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Director's Message
Dear Colleagues,
The week just flew by. I hope you found it as productive I did. Just a few things to note for next week.
As part of the ANU’s Below Zero decarbonisation program the ANU is exploring ways to reduce the emissions associated with business travel. Alongside other forms of community engagement we’re conducting workshops across the campus to understand the role of travel in people’s work, and as a means of finding pathways to a lower-carbon way of operating. The Below Zero Team are seeking 10-15 participants to share their experiences and perspectives. The workshop will take place on campus (date TBD), and run for 3 hours including a break. Catering will be provided. The workshop is a great chance to have your say about travel and emissions reduction approaches, as workshop outcomes will directly inform the measures undertaken by the School of Physics. If you’d like to take part in the workshop please complete this form, or send any questions to rex.martin@anu.edu.au.
PDRs continue to flow in, thank you. I’ve had some helpful discussions about this process.
The top pic this week comes from a 1st year lab class, marshalled by Dr Dige Wang and enthusiastically demonstrated by our PhD students, as always with my many thanks to them. Dige calls Tuesdays, “Team Day”, but for general amusement (and my embarrassment) she decided to rename it “Tim Day” and the demonstrators obliged by copying my standard workwear – blue jeans and white shirt. It made me smile all day.
Have a great weekend,
Tim |
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HDR Roadshow - 10 May
All HDR supervisors and panel members are invited to the HDR Roadshow with Prof Tony Travouillon, COS Associate Dean HDR on 10 May starting at 1.30pm in the Physics Auditorium, bldg. 160.
Attendance at this event can count as a renewal activity for HDR supervisor registration.
Light refreshments will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! » read more
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Energy Sector Trading Mathematical Model Development
Paid HDR internship opportunity with RWE Supply & Trading Australia: RWEST AU is currently engaged in the enhancement of trading tools, models, and displays tailored for the dynamic Australian energy and certificates market. While possessing significant commercial and trading acumen, RWEST AU recognises the importance of leveraging expertise in programming languages and mathematical modelling to refine these essential resources.
Applications are reviewed regularly and this internship may be filled prior to the advertised closing date of 22nd May 2024 if a suitable applicant is identified. Early submissions are encouraged.
For the full advert and how to apply, please head over to the APRintern website. » read more
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To Jessica Wierbik and Hendrik Heimes who have joined the team of HDR Student Reps in April this year! |
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New! Marketing & Media Support Intranet Page
There is a new intranet page with helpful information about science communication at ANU for researchers. Created by Phil Dooley, the page details what services Phil can provide, and the other channels within the University.
Contact Phil Dooley for further information. » read more
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National Youth STEM Summit - 17-19 Aug 2024
The STEM Summit offers a dynamic three-day conference-style experience tailored for young Australians deciding what to do next after completing their first STEM degree or training. Delegates network with government, industry, and academic leaders while also benefiting from professional development workshops, engaging keynote presentations, and a comprehensive Careers and Study Expo showcasing the latest opportunities in STEM fields.
When: 17-19 August 2024
Where: ANU campus
Register here » read more
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3 Minute Thesis Competition
You are invited to test your communication and presentation skills at the 3 Minute Thesis competition which will be taking place in June and July.
3MT is an international competition for higher degree research candidates to showcase their research. Participants present to non-specialist audiences, giving insight into their research and its importance, in accessible and engaging language, for three short minutes, using only a single PowerPoint slide. 3MT is a hugely popular and thoroughly enjoyable annual event and we encourage our students to have a go!
There will be several heats of the 3 Minute Thesis:
- 18 June, 11.00am - RSPhys will be holding our local heat of the 3MT competition in the Physics Auditorium. All students who present at the RSPhys 3MT heat will be able to progress to the College of Science heat (dates to be confirmed, regardless of winning or not winning.
- 25 June - College of Science heat – further details (registration, time) to be confirmed.
- 25 July - ANU 3MT Final - the winners of the College round will progress to the ANU 3MT Final.
If you are interested in participating in the RSPhys 3MT heat, please complete this form by 9 June 2024.
Everyone is invited to attend to support the presenters! Prizes will be on offer for the winners of the RSPhys heat:
- 1st prize - $300
- 2nd prize - $200
- People’s choice - $100
Light refreshments will be provided after the event.
Eligibility information, 3MT rules and training resources are available at ANU Competitions - Staff Services - ANU |
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8th HIA Symposium 11-13 Nov - Save The Date |
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The Heavy Ion Accelerator Symposia (HIAS) series has been organised at the ANU since 2012, and we look forward to bringing you its 8th edition in 2024. It is hosted by the Department of Nuclear Physics and Accelerator Applications at the Research School of Physics together with the Heavy Ion Accelerators (HIA) project funded through the Australian Government’s National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS). » read more
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ARC Linkage Projects Training by ANU
ANU Business Development Managers, College Research Offices and Associate Deans Research are pleased to offer a tailored training session for early, mid-career and experienced researchers to develop the best possible applications to the Australian Research Council's Linkage Project scheme.
When: Wednesday 5 June 2024, 9am to 12:30pm
How: Please register here (places limited)
Please contact Dr Don McCallum » read more
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CGA Winter Research Program |
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Annual Graduate School in Mathematical Aspects of Data Science
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The first Global School Series in Mathematical Aspects of Data Science will be held from Mon, Jun 24 2024 to Fri, Jun 28 2024 at the Darwin Convention Centre, in Darwin (Northern Territory, Australia. The aim of the series is to expose graduate students and early-career researchers to the beautiful and exciting mathematical theory that is needed in modern data science research.
Date & time
Mon, Jun 24 2024, 8am - Fri, Jun 28 2024, 12pm » read more
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RSB Director’s Seminar Series |
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"Opportunities and Challenges in Machine Learning for Genomics"
Dr Cheng Soon Ong
Monday, 22nd May 2024, 12.30pm
Scientific discovery is an interplay between observation and experimentation, and this talk looks at how machine learning can guide scientists towards better experiments. We discuss our experience in CSIRO, where we are researching, developing, and applying machine learning for scientific discovery. » read more
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Australia–Germany Joint Research Co-operation Scheme - Now Open
The Australia – Germany Joint Research Co-operation Scheme for funding commencing in 2025, opened on Wednesday 3rd April 2024. This scheme is a joint initiative of Universities Australia (UA) and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
The UA-DAAD scheme supports exchanges for Australian researchers from University Australia (UA) member universities and German researchers from German universities and research institutes. This scheme is open for the exchange of academics with a focus on early career researchers and junior scholars from both countries who are working on joint (new or already established) research projects.
If you intend to apply for UA DAAD please complete this short Notification of Intent (NOI), including your German partner university, so that we can provide you with up to date information about the scheme.
For further informartion please contact the Research Management Team. |
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NHMRC Equipment Grant Scheme - Now Open
The NHMRC Equipment Grant scheme provides institutions receiving NHMRC Grants with funding to help grant recipients buy items of equipment to support on-going, competitively funded health and medical research.
ANU has received $115,290 to expend in 2024. To distribute the funding, ANU runs a competitive internal application process.
Applications are now open and must be submitted to rii@anu.edu.au by 10am Tuesday 11 June 2024.
You can find the guidance and application documents at this link: NHMRC Equipment Grants - ANU Internal Scheme - Staff Services – ANU.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Research Initiatives & Infrastructure office rii@anu.edu.au should you have any concerns or queries.
If you intend to apply, please contact the College Research Office |
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The Australian Institute of Physics 2024 Congress
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Abstract submissions are now open for the 25th Congress of the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP 2024) to be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Australia from 2 – 6 December 2024.
AIP themes will include:
- Astroparticle Physics
- Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Condensed Matter and Materials
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Physics Education
- Quantum Science and Technology
- Solar Terrestrial and Space Physics
- Theoretical Physics
- General Relativity and Gravitation
The abstract submission deadline is 7 June 2024 » read more
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College Hot Desking In Physics
Finance, HR & RM Teams
Thursday Mornings
Lv2 Tearoom, Bldg 160 |
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Departmental seminars
Dr Michael Hall - 16 May
Why quantum correlations are shocking
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Ms Kristina Malinowski - 17 May
Photon statistics analysis of h-BN quantum emitters with pulsed and continuous-wave excitation through Mandel Q
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Professor Peter Gill - 17 June
How delocalized are delocalized electrons?
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Know your administrators...
Julie Arnold, Nikki Azzopardi, Belinda Barbour, James Campbell & Petra Rickman » read more
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Know your student admin...
Liudmila (Luda) Mangos -
Higher Degree Research admin
C3.02C, Cockcroft bldg (Mon-Fri 9:30-5pm) hdr.physics@anu.edu.au
Siobhan Ryman -
Physics Education Centre admin and HDR
1.05, Bldg 38A (Tues 8.30-4pm) ; C3.02C, Cockcroft bldg (Mon,Thurs-Fri 8.30-4pm) pec.physics@anu.edu.au |
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Know your Student Reps...
Aditya Babu, Victoria Bashu, Jessica Wierbik, Hendrik Heimes & Elizaveta Melik-Gaykazyan
hdrsreps.physics@anu.edu.au |
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Free Media Training For ANU Researchers
Sick of the same old boring headlines? Make your own!
ANU Media runs free, hands on media training workshops throughout the year. » read more
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The Ninth Pacific Rim Conference in Mathematics
The Ninth Pacific Rim Conference in Mathematics (PRCM) is a high-profile mathematical event that covers a wide range of exciting research in contemporary mathematics. » read more
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Lunchtime Yoga
Lunchtime yoga sessions for 2024 are back! Every Thursday from 12:00 to 12:45 PM in the Conference Room (4.03), Level 4 of the new building. » read more
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Nominate Inspiring Women For ANU Building Names
ANU Vice-Chancellor Genevieve Bell calls on the community to nominate inspiring women for the building renaming project. Speaking at the Susan Ryan Oration for International Women’s Day, she highlighted the need to honour more women, as only five out of 150 buildings across campus are currently named after female leaders. » read more
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Australian Academy of Science 2025 Awards & Funding Opportunities
The Australian Academy of Science 2025 awards and funding opportunities are now open. Nominations for the Academy’s prestigious honorific awards for scientific excellence close on 1 May 2024. Nominations and applications for research awards, travelling fellowships and research conference funding close 1 June 2024. » read more
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Launch of The ANU Industry PhD Framework & Q&A Session On Industry PhDs
Date: Thursday 18 July 2024
Time: 10-11:30am
Location: RSSS Auditorium, 146 Ellery Crescent » read more
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Defence Innovation Network Forum On Nuclear-Powered Submarines
ANU will host the Defence Innovation Network Forum on Nuclear-Powered Submarines – For further information and registration details 'read more'.
Date: Thursday, 17 October 2024
Time: 11.00-14.30
Location: ANU » read more
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Free Flu Vaccinations
To provide more flexibility for staff in 2024, the University is offering three options for receiving the flu vaccination:
1. ANU Medical Centre (by appointment – available from 2 April)
2. University Pharmacy (walk-in – available now)
3. Off campus by accessing a voucher code to be used at a Terry White Chemist in Canberra and interstate » read more
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What To Do If You Test Positive For COVID-19
If you test positive to COVID-19, please:
1. Inform your supervisor or course convenor.
2. Alert the University through this online form.
It is no longer required to report positive RAT tests to ACT Health » read more
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